Sirru Fen Fushi celebrates Golden Week with iconic experiences
This Golden Week, Sirru Fen Fushi – Private Lagoon Resort will host a celebration that unites culture, family, and world-class experiences, highlighted by exclusive collaborations under the resort’s renowned Sirru Icon Series. From 1 to 8 October, guests will be invited to take part in a curated programme of culinary experiences, wellness activities, and festive […]
Atmosphere Kanifushi to host fifth edition of Just Veg Festival in October
Atmosphere Kanifushi will mark the fifth anniversary of its Just Veg Festival this October, showcasing once again that plant-based cuisine can be both inventive and memorable. The festival, taking place from 3 to 9 October 2025, will feature an exclusive ‘Just Veg Festive’ dinner menu curated by Italian chef Fabrizio Marino. The Tuscan chef, recognised […]
Green turtles nest and hatch at Dhigali Maldives
Dhigali Maldives recently witnessed two extraordinary natural events on the sands of Haali Bar, offering guests a rare glimpse into the cycle of marine life. On the night of 27 June 2025, a Green Turtle emerged from the sea and made its way onto Haali Beach, where it laid its eggs in the soft sand […]
CDL Hospitality rebrands Raffles resort to The Halcyon Private Isles Maldives, Autograph Collection
CDL Hospitality Trusts, a stapled group comprising CDL Hospitality Real Estate Investment Trust, a real estate investment trust, and CDL Hospitality Business Trust, a business trust, has announced that, effective 1 November 2025, the resort currently known as Raffles Maldives Meradhoo will be rebranded as The Halcyon Private Isles Maldives, Autograph Collection. With effect from […]
Kandolhu Maldives unveils refreshed villas and exclusive dining experiences
Kandolhu Maldives has announced a new season of island experiences, highlighting the resort’s refurbished Deluxe Ocean Pool Villas and a series of exclusive dining collaborations with internationally acclaimed chefs. The resort aims to offer guests opportunities to rediscover its intimate setting through refreshed accommodation and elevated culinary events. The newly enhanced Deluxe Ocean Pool Villas, […]
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives hosts second annual Blood Donation Drive
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives, a Green Globe Certified property recognised for its sustainability initiatives and commitment to community welfare, hosted its second consecutive Blood Donation Drive on 29 August 2025. The event was held in collaboration with Maldivian Blood Services, operating under the Ministry of Health, and received strong support from the resort’s ambassadors. The […]
JOALI BEING’s Josephine Njenga on why wellness begins within
By Ali Naafiz and Mariyam Saliya Mohamed Josephine Njenga’s career path reflects both a personal calling and a professional evolution in the field of holistic wellbeing. Today, as a Wellbeing Trainer at JOALI BEING in the Maldives, she plays a central role in shaping the island’s approach to integrated healing and transformative guest experiences. Her […]
Mohamed Umar Maniku: Architect of Maldivian tourism
On 30th August 2025, the Maldives bid farewell to one of its greatest nation-builders – Mohamed Umar “M.U.” Maniku. Widely regarded as the father of Maldivian tourism, his passing marks the end of an era that began more than half a century ago, when a group of visionaries transformed a scattering of islands into one […]
Maldives tourism pioneer MU Maniku dies
Mohamed Umar Maniku (MU Maniku), a key figure in the establishment and growth of the Maldives tourism industry, has died in Singapore. He passed away on Saturday while in intensive care at Mount Elizabeth Hospital, where he had been receiving medical treatment for about a month. In a statement issued on Saturday, Universal Enterprises announced: […]
Dhigali Maldives appoints Sivabhaskar Reddy as new Director of Rooms
Dhigali Maldives has announced the appointment of Sivabhaskar Reddy (Siva) as its new Director of Rooms. With more than a decade of experience in the hospitality industry, Siva brings extensive knowledge and a strong background in delivering high-quality guest experiences. In his role, Siva will oversee the Front Office, Housekeeping, and Guest Services departments. His […]
Happy Hormones Yoga brings ‘The Joy Rituals’ to W Maldives
W Maldives will introduce The Joy Rituals, a two-week wellbeing programme in collaboration with Happy Hormones Yoga founders Rajendra Kumar and Katrin Berger. Scheduled from 15 to 27 September 2025, the initiative will feature yoga, meditation, laughter, and sound healing sessions designed to encourage guests to reconnect with their inner energy while experiencing the natural […]
Sheraton Maldives promotes Suziane Spencer as Director of Sales & Marketing
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa, a premium five-star resort in the Maldives, has announced the promotion of Suziane Spencer to Director of Sales and Marketing. Suziane first joined Marriott International in November 2022 as Cluster Market Account Director of Sales, overseeing commercial strategy for the UK and European markets for JW Marriott Maldives […]
